SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF DALLAS

LA MICHOACANA MEAT MARKET - TAQUERIA.

BEAT. 33/100

3380 LOMBARDY LN · BACHMAN LAKE, DALLAS

Last inspected February 15, 2024 · passed

33 critical violations on file. Recent issues warrant caution.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
16
16 passed
VIOLATIONS
105
includes 33 critical
RECORDS COVER
7 YEARS
since Dec 2016

INSPECTION HISTORY

FEB 15
2024
PASSED
8 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)

Observed raw eggs @ 81.1 F

SERIOUSOther
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above

Observed pork @ 117.7 F, chicken 100.8 F, potatoes @ 127.2 F

SERIOUSSanitation
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
SERIOUSPlumbing & Waste
*19 Backflow prevention device - installed

Provide backflow prevention device on hoe

CRITICALOther
*37 Food protected from cross contamination by separating fruits and vegetables from ready-to-eat fo

separate cut fruits and vegetables into separate containers

MINORSanitation
*39 Cutting surfaces.
MINORSanitation
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces

Clean RIC gaskets

MINORFacility Condition
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided

Repair light under venthood

AUG 15
2023
PASSED
6 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
*01 Cooling -- ingredients from ambient within 4 hours to 41øF

Observed cut tomatoes @ 45.3F after 4 hours of cooling from 70 F

SERIOUSOther
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above

Observed chicken drum @ 99.1 F and beef @ 101.3 F

SERIOUSPlumbing & Waste
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code

Repair back flow device where hose is connected (damaged)

CRITICALFood Temperature
*29 Cold/hot hold unit thermometer easily viewable

Provide thermometer inside RIC

MINORSanitation
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces

Clean dirty venthood

MINORFacility Condition
*43 Light bulbs, light shields provided

Replace/repair missing air ducts under venthood

FEB 24
2023
PASSED
9 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)

Observed cut tomatoes @ 50.8 F and ceviche @ 48.2 F

SERIOUSOther
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above

Observed fried fish @ 125.7 F

CRITICALSanitation
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented

Observed raw fish & beef stored over avocados and milk

SERIOUSSanitation
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves
SERIOUSPlumbing & Waste
*19 Backflow prevention device - installed

Repair backflow prevention device 3-comp sink

MINORDocumentation & Training
*21 RFSM - Not On Site

ConsumerHealthRFSMandTemp.Dallascityall.com

MINORChemical Safety
*36 Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions stored off the floor and used in a manner that preve
MINORSanitation
*39 Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.

Repair RIC in front with ceviche , not holding temps under 41 F

MINORSanitation
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces

Clean dirty venthood

OCT 3
2022
PASSED
6 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
*10 Clean Sight and Touch

Observed no sanitizer in sanitizing compartment of 3-comp sink ( 0 ppm CL)

CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container

Label all non-original chemical bottles with common name of chemical

SERIOUSPlumbing & Waste
*19 Backflow prevention device - installed

Provide backflow prevention to all hose inlets

MINORDocumentation & Training
*21 RFSM - Not On Site
CRITICALPest Activity
*34 Pest control-routine inspections for

Observed flies in establishment

MINORSanitation
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep

Observed scoop handle touching dry-ingredient product. Keep handles upright & protected

FEB 16
2022
PASSED
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
*10 Sanitization after Cleaning

Observed employee wash a utensil without sanitizing after.

CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container

Observed chemical spray bottle without a label. COS

MINORSanitation
*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment

Permit not posted. Call 214-670-8083 for info.

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SEP 19
2021
PASSED
9 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above

beef soup 113 degrees F

MINORDocumentation & Training
*22 Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
MINORFood Storage & Handling
*24 Food Labeling- with common name of the food

label drink dispensers

MINOROther
*35 Jewelry Prohibition

properly store personal items

MINORSanitation
*40 Handle & dispense of cleaned utensils, single-use
MINORSanitation
*43 Light - 50 foot : Food and utensils area

replace missing light underneath vent a hood system

MINORFacility Condition
*42 Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
MINORFacility Condition
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair

repair ric near serving line

SERIOUSOther
*12 A food employee or conditional employee shall report to PIC the information as specified under (
MAR 24
2021
PASSED
3 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.

Observed sanitizer bucket 0 ppm Cl

CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container

Label chemical spray bottles

CRITICALSanitation
*47 Handwashing signage

Provide hand wash sign at hand sink

OCT 6
2020
PASSED
6 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.

Observed sanitizer bucket 0 ppm Cl

SERIOUSSanitation
*14 When to wash hands before donning new gloves

observed not washing hands before putting on gloves.

CRITICALSanitation
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container

Observed spray bottles and sanitizer bucket not labeled.

CRITICALFood Temperature
*27 Cooling method, criteria - smaller portions

Observed cooling in large container. Cool in smaller portions on ice.

CRITICALFood Temperature
*29 Food thermometers provided and accessible

Provide thermometer in RIC

MINOROther
*45 Drying Mops-air dry

Hang mop to allow air dry

MAR 12
2020
PASSED
4 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
*09 Raw ready to eat - Food protected from cross contamination by separating, storage, preparation,

Observed raw meat over sauce

SERIOUSSanitation
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.

Observed sanitizer in bucket 10 ppm.

CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container

Observed spray bottle w/ no label

MINORSanitation
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep

Observed using cup as scoop. Scoop must have handle.

MAY 28
2019
PASSED
13 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
*24 Food Labeling- with common name of the food

No labeling on salsa in front coolers.

MINORFacility Condition
*45 Premises shall be maintained in good repair

Observed holes in ceiling tiles in dining area, dirty and wet.

CRITICALOther
*37 Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination

Bread was stored in shopping bag.

MINORSanitation
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping food spills used for no other purpose

Observed cleaning cloth underneath the cutting board.

CRITICALFood Temperature
*29 Mechanical holding unit, thermometer location

No thermometer found in front reach in cooler containing the salsa.

MINORSanitation
*39 In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep

Observed small container being used as a scoop for salsa

MINORDocumentation & Training
*21 RFSM - Not On Site

There was no RFSM certificate present onsite. Provide within 48 hrs.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F

Observed no date marking on bulk items in the walk in cooler. Clearly date TCS foods for 7 days.

CRITICALSanitation
*18 Toxic items storage adjacent to food/utensils

Observed chemical bottle stored near bulk spices

MINORDocumentation & Training
*47 Health permit posted

Health Permit needs to be posted in visible place.

CRITICALFood Temperature
*43 Ventilation,mechanical

Too hot in the Taqueria, temperature was reading at 76F

MINORSanitation
*32 Damaged Equipment

Plastic containers used as replacement for missing wheel on the reach in cooler. Wicker basket was used as a storage basket for lids.

MINORSanitation
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces

Observed dirty and dusty vents in the dining area, vents were also rusty and leaking.

APR 14
2019
PASSED
16 violations5 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINOREmployee Hygiene
*35 Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco

Properly store personal drinks.

MINORSanitation
*36 Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored

Clean small cutting/prep area.

CRITICALFood Temperature
*01 Cooling -- total 6 hours, 135-41øF

cooked vegetables Cool in small, shallow containers.

CRITICALSanitation
*47 Other Violations

Label soap and sanitizer dispenser at handwash sink.

CRITICALSanitation
*45 Ceiling easily cleanable and light in color

Unapproved ceiling tiles by handwash sink.

CRITICALSanitation
*37 Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location

Clean air vents above food prep area.

CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container

spray bottles

MINOROther
*40 Reuse of single service articles

Store dry ingredients in food grade durable containers.

MINOROther
*21 A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
MINORSanitation
*43 Light - 50 foot : Food and utensils area

vent hood

MINORFood Storage & Handling
*41 Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.

bulk drink containers

SERIOUSOther
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above

pork 107F

MINORSanitation
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces

Clean exterior of bulk food containers.

MINORSanitation
*39 Cutting surfaces.
MINOROther
*33 Rinsing procedures - 3 compartment sink
SERIOUSSanitation
*10 Clean Sight and Touch

Clean and sanitize small cutting/prep area.

OCT 16
2018
PASSED
3 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
*10 Clean Sight and Touch

clean the inside of the microwave

CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container
CRITICALSanitation
*27 Cooling, heating, and holding capacities. Equipment

cold holding unit used to hold sauces was observed at 48.5 degrees F

APR 18
2018
PASSED
4 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
*18 Toxic items labeling-non original container

spray bottle not labeled with chemical name

CRITICALFood Temperature
*02 Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)

salsa bar is not holding proper temperature

SERIOUSOther
*03 Food products not maintained at 135øF or above

carnitas reading 131F

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
*15 Bare hands contact with ready-to-eat foods

cook was cutting avocado bare hand- asked to throw away

OCT 30
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
*47 Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment

Have latest inspection report posted where customers can see or have a sign stating that inspection report is available upon request

MINORSanitation
*42 Dirty nonfood contact surfaces

clean gaskets of reach in cooler / clean above three compartment sink shelve where clean dishes are stored

SERIOUSPlumbing & Waste
*19 Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code

repair plumbing under three compartment sink

MAY 13
2017
PASSED
7 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented

food tray put directly on top of rte food

CRITICALSanitation
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented

raw bacon and sausage store together

CRITICALSanitation
*18 Toxic items storage adjacent to food/utensils

bleach

SERIOUSSanitation
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.

0 ppm chlorine

MINORFood Storage & Handling
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F

ham, lime, bacon

MINORFood Storage & Handling
*37 Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
MINORSanitation
*42 Nonfood-contact surfaces material

towel under the cutting board

DEC 7
2016
PASSED
5 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
*07 Food safe, good condition, unadulterated, and honestly presented

separate avocado with cabbage sallad

CRITICALSanitation
*09 Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented

observed raw meat and sausage store together

SERIOUSSanitation
*10 Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.

0 ppm

MINORFood Storage & Handling
*28 Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F

sausage

MINORSanitation
*39 Utensils, single serve items 6 inches off - floor

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